Classic Crochet Blankets – Interweave Editors

Worsted weight (#4 Medium). SHOWN HERE: Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride (85% wool, 15% mohair; 190 yd [173 m]/4 oz [113 g]): M83 raspberry (A), 3 skeins; M177 Olympic bronze (B), 2 skeins; M18 khaki (C), 3 skeins; M140 Aran (D), 1 skein; M171 fresh moss (E), 5 skeins; M04 charcoal heather (F), 2 skeins; M89 roasted coffee (G), 2 skeins.

H/8 (5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge. Tapestry needle for weaving in ends; spray bottle with water and straight pins for blocking. One square = 2 ⁄ ” x 2 ⁄ ” (6.5 x 6.5 cm). 1 2 1 2 Double Crochet Square Ch 4, sl st in first ch to form ring. RND 1: Ch 5, (counts as dc, ch 2), [3 dc in ring, ch 2] 3 times, 2 dc in ring, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-5 to join—four 3-dc groups.

RND 2: Sl st in next ch, ch 6 (counts as dc, ch 3), *2 dc in same ch-sp, dc in each dc across side of square**, 2 dc in next ch-sp, ch 3; rep from * 2 times and from * to ** once more, dc in same ch-sp as t-ch, sl st in 4th ch of beg ch-6 to join, fasten off. pattern Make the foll number of double crochet squares (see Stitch Guide) in the foll colors: Color A: 68 Color B: 46 Color C: 80 Color D: 14 Color E: 132 Color F: 30 Color G: 44 finishing Following Construction Diagram (above), assemble 1 row of squares at a time, as foll: With WS tog and using tapestry needle and yarn color of your choice, whipstitch squares tog.

Once all squares are sewn into rows, with WS tog, whipstitch rows tog. With RS facing, join F in first st to the left of any corner ch-sp, ch 1, *sc in each st across to next corner, working 2 sc in each ch-sp, 5 sc in corner sp; rep from * around, sl st in first sc to join, fasten off. Weave in loose ends and block to measurements. I crochet very loose chains.

To combat this, when transitioning from one round to the next in granny squares, I use a smaller hook to work the chains to set up the next round. Once I’ve completed the chains, I change back to the larger hook to complete the round. If you make very tight chains, try using a larger hook. — 1kitap1.com/en afghan When you combine a motif named Oro Sol, Spanish for “golden sun,” with the Puddles Gather Rain motif, you get a stunning mosaic of color and depth—like sun reflected in the water.

Whether a chilly summer evening or a blustery winter day, nothing warms the body and soul like a blanket handmade with love. Cozy crochet blankets provide warmth and color throughout the house, from the bedroom, to the living room, to the nursery. Practical, timeless, and easy to make, you’ll love the eighteen projects for crochet afghans, blankets, and throws in Interweave Presents Classic Crochet Blankets.

These classic crochet afghan patterns use a variety of crochet techniques. Crochet blankets are traditionally made one of three ways: working side to side in rows, working from the center out, or by joining motifs. From these foundations, a number of techniques can be used to create designs that range from homey and practical to stunning and sophisticated. Row by row, you can work unique striped effects or create a doily-inspired blanket with decorative lace details working from the center out.

Classic granny squares are at the heart of motif-based afghans and just the start of what you can make when stitching together colorful motifs. Crocheting a blanket is often the way beginner crocheters are introduced to crochet as a craft, and they quickly become their favorite type of project to make. In this collection of eighteen Interweave favorites, you can explore a variety of traditional techniques with stunning results. So add a touch of personalization to your home, or get started on a gift for a special friend.

Interweave Presents Classic Crochet Blankets provides all the instruction—and warmth—you need to get started. 1kitap1.com/en KALEIDOSCOPE afghan DESIGNED BY TAMMY HILDEBRAND As a child, designer Tammy Hildebrand was fascinated looking into her toy kaleidoscope, watching the ever- changing designs appear. That memory was the inspiration behind this afghan. Designing each motif, she imagined lying in the grass on a summer day, twisting the end of the kaleidoscope to come up with a beautiful new design. FINISHED SIZE 43″ x 57″ (109 x 145 cm). YARN Worsted weight (#4 Medium).

SHOWN HERE: Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted 100% Wool (100% wool; 220 yd [200 m] 3.5 oz [100 g]): #91475 sangria (A), 3 hanks; #12174 ginseng (B), 3 hanks; #41795 nectarine (C) 4 hanks; #3691 Christmas Red (D) 3 hanks. HOOK I/9 (5.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge. NOTIONS Tapestry needle for weaving in ends; spray bottle with water and straight pins for blocking. GAUGE Motif = 7″ (18 cm) from flat side to flat side. Filler = 3″ x 3″ (7.5 x 7.5 cm).

NOTES Do not turn at end of rnds unless otherwise instructed. Join each new color with RS facing. CONSTRUCTION DIAGRAM STITCH GUIDE Shell (sh) 3 dc in same sp or st. Large Shell (lg-sh) 5 dc in same sp or st. Ch-3 join Ch 1, drop lp from hook, insert hook in corresponding ch-3 sp on other motif, pick up dropped lp and draw through, ch 1.

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